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AMD

AMD Ryzen 7 2700 8-Core 3.2 GHz 65W AM4 desktop processor

SKU CH-EJRC-08M3V

Eight-core desktop processor with 16 threads, 3.2 GHz base and 4.1 GHz boost clocks in a 65 W AM4 package

  • Product nameRyzen 7 2700
  • CPU cores8-Core
  • CPU socketSocket AM4
  • Maximum turbo clock4.1 GHz
  • TDP rating65 W
  • Processor classDesktop
  • Eight cores and sixteen threads handle heavy multitasking
  • 1 GHz max boost speeds up single-threaded work
  • 65 W TDP keeps heat and power draw low
  • 20 MB total cache reduces memory latency
  • Unlocked multiplier allows manual frequency tuning

8-Core AM4 desktop processor

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700 is an 8-core, 16-thread desktop CPU built on a 12 nm process with a 65 W thermal design power. It operates at a 3.2 GHz base frequency and can reach a 4.1 GHz maximum boost clock. The processor provides 16 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR4 memory across two channels for general-purpose computing and multitasking workloads.

Drop-in AM4 installation with no cooler included

The processor fits any Socket AM4 motherboard and uses the standard PGA package, so physical installation is straightforward for anyone familiar with desktop builds. A cooling device is not included in the box, so a compatible AM4 cooler must be sourced separately. The most common issue is an outdated motherboard BIOS that does not recognise the Pinnacle Ridge core, which prevents the system from posting until the firmware is updated.

PCIe 3.0 and dual-channel DDR4 limits

The CPU exposes 16 PCI Express 3.0 lanes for graphics and storage devices, capping bandwidth at the 3.0 specification even if a newer motherboard or add-in card supports a later revision. Memory operation is restricted to two channels of DDR4, so total throughput and maximum capacity are bound by that controller. The unlocked multiplier allows manual frequency adjustment, but sustained clocks are constrained by the 65 W power envelope and the cooling solution chosen.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop Processors, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $63.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 494 comparable items (median $149.99).
CPU cores 8-Core
Typical for this category: the median of 271 items is 8.
Maximum turbo clock 4.1 GHz
Lower than about 83% of the 246 comparable items (median 4.7 GHz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAMD
Product lineRyzen 7 2nd Gen
Model nameYD2700BBAFBOX
Product nameRyzen 7 2700
Performance
Working frequency3.2 GHz
Processor
CPU cores8-Core
CPU socketSocket AM4
Maximum turbo clock4.1 GHz
TDP rating65 W
Processor classDesktop
Processor codenamePinnacle Ridge (Zen+)
CPU threads16-Threads
L1 cache size768 KB
Level 2 cache4 MB
Level 3 cache16 MB
Process node12 nm
CPU instruction set64-Bit
Virtualization supportYes
Max PCIe lanes16
Memory
Channel configuration2
Ports & slots
PCIe generation3.0
In the box
Included coolerNot included - Processor Only

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the 3.2 GHz base clock is active after installing the Ryzen 7 2700?

Open AMD Ryzen Master Utility or your motherboard BIOS and verify the reported frequency reads 3.2 GHz at idle with all 8 cores showing active.

What comes in the YD2700BBAFBOX package and what must I buy separately?

The box contains the processor only; the product notes state no cooling device is included so you must purchase a compatible AM4 cooler.

Which Ryzen 7 2700 model should I choose for a 65 W thermal envelope?

The YD2700BBAFBOX is the 65 W variant with a 3.2 GHz base and 4.1 GHz max boost, matching the thermal target.

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